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Ever since, I created my own podcasting course (more about it in the end), podcasting cheatsheets, and a lot more resources on this blog. But to tell you the truth, I always learn so much from other podcasters.

So in this article, I decided to hand-pick a few podcast training, podcast schools, masterclasses and courses from some of the best podcasters in the world. My attempt is to create the best-handpicked guide to podcasting courses. You’re the judge – read and you’ll know why I’m saying so.

I’m going to make my recommendations along with why I think you should signup for these courses.

I highly suggest you read my full recommendation below before deciding to pick any of them. These courses and resources are intentionally in this order, and you’ll learn that as you read on.

1. Power-Up Podcasting by Pat Flynn

Pat Flynn started the Smart Passive Income Podcast in 2009 and has another famous show called Ask Pat. Power-Up Podcasting is Pat’s signature course that he launched in 2017.

The reason this course is something that features at the top of my list is that I’ve used Pat’s resources when I started my podcast in 2016. I like his teaching style and have spoken to several students of Pat too.

Pros:

The course is thorough and is focused on helping you start your podcast.

Has a strong student community and Pat shows up LIVE every week to answer questions.

Pat updates the course content regularly.

Cons:

There aren’t any cons with this course really. But some people might find the price is a little steep. But remember, you are learning the art from one of the most successful podcasters out there.

I highly recommend you sign up for Power-Up Podcasting. If you have any questions about the course, feel free to drop me a note and I’ll try my best to answer your questions.

2. Podcast Production Course by Mike Russel at Music Radio Creative

I’ve used Music Radio Creative for my podcast voice-over and jingles. Mike Russel and Izabella Russel are the two people behind Music Radio Creative that have been really passionate about music and podcasting.

Podcast Production Course is created by Mike, an experienced audio producer. The reason I recommend this course is because of the depth Mike goes into on the production side.

If you just got started with your podcast or if you’ve been doing it for a while, you’ll find this course super helpful. From equipment to sound treatment for various kinds of setup, Mike covers it all.

Pros:

The syllabus is thorough for podcasters looking for high-quality production.

Cons:

I struggle to find cons with this course. Mike is a seasoned audio producer and he does a thorough job of this course. But if you are looking to master the art of audio engineering, this is not the course for you (I have something for you in #6).

Pros:

Easy to use. It’s like writing a journal that already has questions for you. Just answer them.

Light on your pocket.

It’s like having an accountability partner for 50 days until you launch your show. (and who doesn’t want to have JLD as an accountability partner?)

Cons:

None actually. But if I had to pick one, it would be that you have to do the work of opening the journal every day and write. For some, this might seem like a new habit. But I can tell you that journaling is one worth developing.

4. Podcasters Paradise by John Lee Dumas

Back to courses, I definitely want to talk about one of the first podcasting courses and communities – Podcasters Paradise. This was also created by John Lee Dumas.

Filled with the course materials, monthly Q&A calls with JLD and Kate, this is one community you must consider being a part of. Back when I started, a lot of podcasters who got into this program came out with really big shows.

Pros:

The Podcast Masterclass that JLD has here is (before you signup for the course) is highly valuable!

You get The Podcast Journal with the annual plan.

8-minute strategy call with JLD is priceless!

I must highlight the third point. Sometime back I interviewed John Lee Dumas on my podcast. It was a 20-minute interview, but JLD delivered a TON of value!

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6. Podcast Engineering School

Now I understand there are some of us who are so passionate about podcasting that we are looking at mastering the art of audio and production.

Is that you?

If so, the Podcast Engineering School is for you. The school is created by Chris Curran who comes from the world of music engineering and production. He’s worked as engineer, producer or assistant engineer roles on projects with Sarah McLachlan, Jeff Buckley, MC Hammer, Ice Cube, to name a few. Sounds cool right?

You signup for the program, you sign out as a Pro. Nothing short of it.

Don’t trust my words? Check the program’s content for yourself.

Pros:

The program is thorough and the content is carefully curated.

The LIVE program component is priceless (14+ hours). You still have lifetime access to the materials.

Two Mentoring Sessions with Chris!

The course project and the certificate are a big bonus.

Cons:

Well, it would be foolish of me to say that the price is expensive. But hey, this is like a full program at a college at the price.

7. Free Your Voice Pro Podcasting

Free Your Voice Pro Podcasting is my signature program for passionate podcasters who have something to say. It’s a combination of a course, deep-dive tutorials in marketing, audio production, storytelling, checklists, and scripts, and action plans.

Coming from the world of building products for over 15+ years, I created a minimum viable version of the course last year to learn what students really wanted to learn. Ever since there’s been a ton of learnings. The free podcasting course is still available for signup.

I’ve been in the midst of finals/end of year projects so I am just now getting to reading through all your lessons and have LOVED them! I am so excited for the process and the final result 🙂 Thank you so much for all your help with the Free Your Voice course and I am soo excited!

Shae Caragher, Santa Barbara (California)

I am on the course. And LOVING IT !! Must appreciate in making it very comprehensive and honest. It definitely gets me fired up to start with the dream of starting a podcast.

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While podcasting courses are great, there is no skill that can be learned without actually practicing it. I cannot stress enough why you must consider starting a podcast today. In fact, I like the way John Lee Dumas put it when I interviewed him on my show:

I think so many people are just waiting for all the signs to be green, all the signs to be pointing north for all these different things. Just start. I would’ve started earlier. That’s what I wished I’d done. That’s what I’d wish to leave as a message for everybody here. Just start. Get it going.

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